This young, up-and-coming indie outfit from Pittsburgh creates an expansive alternative soundscape. Since its formation in the winter of 2008, Instead of Sleeping has independently released two EP's, one full-length album, and is currently working on a second LP. The catalog includes everything from three-minute, minimalistic, emo melodies to sprawling sonic adventures that demonstrate definite post-rock influences. The band has been playing along nationally respected acts such as fellow indie-experimenters The Dear Hunter, and through innovative live performances has cultivated an impactful, ethereal voice that resonates with the enlightened listener. Pearl White Ghosts and The Anderson Stingrays also perform.

Instead of Sleeping plays Friday, January 27 at 8 p.m. at Bug Jar, 219 Monroe Ave. $6-$8. 454-2966